843 Elk Forest Road, Elkton, MD 21921. Get Directions
Hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm Cottage is open on Sundays.

Phone: 410-398-5566
Fax: 410-392-2389

Homeschool Classes at Sinking Springs Herb Farm

Scheduled Events

Any "Thyme" Events

Herbal Luncheons
Homeschool Classes

Programs

Weddings

These Homeschool Classes are held at Sinking Springs Herb Farm and offered through Cecil College. For more information, email tdurborow@cecil.edu, call (410) 392-3366, or check the Cecil College Website.

Suitable for 4-H, Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts! Bring your group!

Come join Ann Stubbs at Historic Sinking Springs Herb Farm for a one of a kind adventure to connect with nature through crafts and educational outings. Annd holds a Master's Degree in Art and Elementary Education from the Universty of Delaware. She has done commissioned pieces and educational programs for the White House, Campbell's Soup Company and Longwood Gardens. Her passion is to inspire creativity through nature, in children and adults of all ages. Join in a class or two and enjoy a hands-on experience that will spark a fire in you for the love of nature. Leave behind your fast-paced world and ground yourself in the comfort of the natural world. All generations are welcome, so make this an adventure for the whole family!

Spring 2010

Valentine's Heart

Saturday, February 6 or Tuesday, February 9
Ah, love is in the air so express yourself by making a beautiful 8" x 10" heart wreath. Fill up your heart with cheerful dried flowers in pastel colors, good for an all year-round feeling of love and warmth. With Valentine's Day fast approaching, this is the right time to take this course!

Tuition: $20 each participant. No senior tuition waiver for this course.

February 6, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth: YES256-01
Adult: GAC115-01

February 9, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Youth: YHS233-01
Adult: GAC115-02

Spring Basket Centerpiece

Thursday, April 1 or Saturday, April 3
Put your Spring spirit into creating a beautiful centerpiece. Fill your basket with dried spring flowers and lush pussy willows. This is the perfect centerpiece for a kitchen, coffee table, or your dining room. Start your spring flower fever with this basket!

Tuition: $20 each participant. No senior tuition waiver for this course.

April 1, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth: YES257-01
Adult: GAC116-01

April 3, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Youth: YHS234-01
Adult: GAC116-02

Green Gardening - NEW!!!

Thursday, April 22
Join us to learn about the wonders of green gardening. What small steps can you take to reduce waste going to landfills and improve your own garden? Learn the secrets of composting common kitchen waste to improve soil quality. Do you want to know how to suppress weed growth naturally and create a variety of macro and micro nutrients for your garden? What role do worms really play in a healthy garden? Come prepared to get your hands dirty in this garden extravaganza!

Tuition: $20 each participant. No senior tuition waiver for this course.

April 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth: YHS284-01
Adult: GSG284-01

Mother's Day Wreath

Saturday, April 24 or Tuesday, May 4
or Saturday, April 25
Create lasting memories by crafting your own masterpiece using wild flowers and herbs. Join instructor Ann Stubbs ad learn the secrets of wreaths for all occasions.

Tuition: $20 each participant. No senior tuition waiver for this course.

April 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth: YES258-01
Adult: GAC118-01

May 4, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Youth: YHS239-01
Adult: GAC118-02

Call 410-398-5566 for more information.
Call Cecil College at (410) 392-3366 to register.

We prefer to communicate with people in person or over the phone rather than by email. We find the personal touch is more satisfying and we welcome a phone call from you. Please call us at (410) 398-5566, or try Ann's cell phone at (443) 553-4618.